Exhibits

Alexander House Center for Art and History in Port Edwards: Features watercolor paintings by Connie Henke of Wisconsin Rapids with pottery and sculptural works in clay by Nancy Briggs of Des Moines, Iowa. Runs through Sept. 10. (1131 Wisconsin River Drive. Call 715-887-3442.)

Center for the Visual Arts in Wausau: "In & Out the Window Exhibit," runs through Sept. 8. The exhibit showcases fine artists working in oil, acrylic and pastel, to capture "views" of both interiors and the outdoors. Local artists include David Kapszukiewicz, Rebecca Korth, Betsy Popp and Jan Stommes. The Loft Gallery will feature the CVA Student & Volunteer Exhibit. (427 N. Fourth St. Call 715-842-4545.)

Central Wisconsin Cultural Center in Wisconsin Rapids: "Change, Renewal ... and Purpose" features artwork by residents at The Retirement Community of Nekoosa in collaboration with local artists. Runs Friday through Aug. 30. An opening reception will be from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Friday . (240 Johnson St. Call 715-421-4598.)

Gallery Q in Stevens Point: "Taking Shape" showcases the work of Joe Arts and Mary Ellen Pollock. Runs through Aug. 30. A public reception will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9. (1108 Main St. Call 715-345-2888.)

Governor Upham Mansion museum in Marshfield: Restored Victorian home of former Wisconsin Governor William Henry Upham. Featured exhibit is the Blum Brothers box company, which made wooden cheese boxes in Marshfield. Also ongoing is a wedding dress exhibit through the end of August. (212 W. Third St. Call 715-387-3322.)

The Highground Learning Center in Neillsville: "Living Through the Forgotten War" may be viewed during the months of August and September. (W7031 Ridge Road. Call 715-743-4224.)

Thomas House Center for History in Marshfield: The "Lest We Forget" ongoing display will bring before your eyes the history and stories of those we are indebted to for freedom. From the Civil War story of Governor Upham and others, to the formation of the Militia and then onward to the Spanish American War and beyond, you will discover men's willingness to serve. (103 S. Central Ave., lower level. Call 715-384-5867.)

Tomorrow River Gallery & Gifts in Amherst: "Plants on Fire" features recent works by Amherst area artists Randy Lee Clausen, Susan Groshek and Ashley Megal. Runs through Aug. 18. (182 S. Main St. Call 715-321-2142.)